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Vision Statement

Our vision is that our Lodges are vibrant, the ritual conferred with excellence, and our members, being happy, all contribute to our legacy from one generation to the next. Membership is explored by men who have witnessed our character and actions and that our communities regard Freemasonry for its ideals, dedication to family, and aid to those less fortunate.

Mission Statement

Freemasonry is an initiatory order that delves into the mystery of moral geometry, using allegory and symbolism to impart its philosophical lessons. As Masons, our mission is to cultivate a Brotherhood of men, united in the pursuit of knowledge, dedicated to a life-long journey of self-discovery to strengthen and build character. Our Lodges are a spiritual, secular environment designed to improve one's best self by setting a high value on tolerance, morality, and integrity - a sanctuary dedicated to friendship and happiness to enrich our lives through inner reflection and self-development. Freemasons are inspired to promote kindness and generosity for the betterment of society.

Making Good Men Better.

Freemasonry is the oldest and largest fraternal organization in the world. Its members share a common goal of helping each other become better men. Its body of knowledge and system of ethics is based on the belief that each man has a responsibility to improve himself while being devoted to his family, faith, country, and fraternity.

Its roots go back centuries and its members are diverse: high profile leaders, physicians, construction workers, farmers…and maybe you.

Ancient…and modern.

We're united by three ancient and fundamental principles—brotherly love, charity and truth—that are made relevant to the 21st century through the personal development, good works and social connections available to our members in the 550+ lodges across Ontario.

Great benefits…for you and the world.

Freemasonry offers much to its members—the opportunity to grow, the chance to make a difference and the means to build a better world for our children. It offers the chance to socialize and work with men who have the same values and ideals.

We strengthen and improve our character by learning and practicing basic virtues of fraternal love, charity, and truth. Our principles extend far beyond our interactions with each other, and we strive to apply them to our daily lives.

And there's so much more.

It's easy to learn about Masons—starting with the pages of this website. Need more details? Looking for a Mason in your community to share his personal perspective? Send an email, call or drop by your local Masonic lodge.

This content is from the Grand Lodge of Canada (Ontario Masons) website.